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Teacher Greg smiled widely when he saw Steffy walking inside the room. Several students immediately gathered around her and started to ask why her blonde hair had turned into a dark shade of black. Steffy acknowledged them nicely and briefly explained that she had a sudden change of heart.
He wanted so much to send her his compliments but decided to hold back his tongue, not wanting to create misconceptions in his students' minds. As a teacher, he did not want to be accused of favoritism; although he favored this gal a lot. In his eyes, Steffy looked stunning in her new look. With her small face, red lips, and fair complexion, black hair indeed suited her perfectly.
Teacher Greg had been so enthusiastic with his discussions in his advisory class ever since Steffy was added to the group. Maybe because the new student's intelligence brought his interest to a different l
10 CONVICTION ∞≠∞ The familiar sound inside the casino made Tiffany’s head throb some more. Her father once again made a phone call, telling her she was summoned. So she immediately arranged her travel and as she just got out of the airport, she felt an extreme migraine. Bodyguards immediately gathered around her as she stepped out of the car her father sent for her. Her baggage was handled and she was immediately led inside the casino. It was a Tuesday evening, which meant the casino was full of badass businessmen and slutty mistresses. Such people were more than willing to gamble their fortunes for the sake of their egos and stupid entertainments. And since Tuesday nights were reserved for the VIPs, she saw a lot of faces who were prominent in the business sector. Tiffany also encountered celebrities. No wonder paparazzi were scattered just outside the building. The building itself wa
11THE MOLE∞≠∞Don Arnulfo was startled when he heard a knock on his office door. He was so absorbed in reading the latest news that it took him a minute to respond to whoever was at the door.“Come in,” he grimly said.The wooden door made a creaky sound as a man wearing a black tuxedo entered his office. Everybody in the brotherhood called this man Sebastian, although his real name was Carlos Cadavos. He was the Don’s right hand and his most trusted goon. Sebastian took confident steps towards the Don then placed a sealed envelope on his table. Don Arnulfo ripped the top-most part of the envelope and examined the contents. Immediately, his face turned sour. What he was holding right now was bad news. Very bad.“The Dragons have interfered—”The Don raised his finger to silence the man in front of him. “What exactly happened?&rdq
12 THE ALPHA BROTHERHOOD ∞≠∞ “Won’t you tell me more of the Alpha brotherhood, dad?” Mr. Hernandez looked at his eight-year-old son as the child stared at him with such inquisitive eyes. He wanted to dismiss the topic but seeing his son looking so eager and curious stopped him from doing so. “You are still too young to understand, my son.” “Dad, I know I’m just eight but since you have given me this golden key for safekeeping, isn’t it just fair that you’ll tell me all about it? I promise you I’ll be quick to understand.” The father let out an amused laugh. “You are indeed a clever boy, my son. Alright, let me tell you a story about a man named Don Victorino Viaje del Cargador. But you should promise me that you won’t tell anyone about it and that you will hide that golden key no matter what happens, alright?” “Not even mom or Little Ronan will know about it. I p
13 IN THE LIBRARY ∞≠∞ Seffy struggled to break free from her teacher’s harsh kisses by sending a blow on his stomach. Teacher Greg moaned when he felt a sharp pain caused by her assault. It amazed him that despite Steffy’s slender figure, she had such a surprising strength. “What the fuck are you doing!” she roared in his ear. “Let me go you rapist!” Teacher Greg
14 MARIE JOYCE ∞≠∞ Everybody in LNH knew her name. But none of them expected that she’ll be joining them in the school meeting for all of the classroom presidents. Hence, the moment she stepped at the office door, all eyes wereon her. But she was not surprised. People in this school had always been mean to her. Over time she had learned how to protect herself from their cold shoulders and judgmental stares. They treated her as an insignificant being, so she treated them just the same. Craning her neck as she looked for a vacant seat but the only unoccupied seat happened to be on the right side of the famous Steffy Rivera. The la
15 ‘I KNOW EVERYTHING’ ∞≠∞ It was agreed that the first event the school will organize is an Acquaintance party happening on the third week of the month. “Alright, I think everything is already covered. I will dismiss you now,” Mr. Seson said as he looked at them one by one. The students eagerly got off their seats and noisily headed for the door. Everyone was quite excited about the upcoming event. “Wait, Miss Reyes, you stay. I want you to do something for me.” Marie stopped moving as her hands started to shake. She could feel herself drowning while looking at the principal’s menacing face. Those students who happened to hear the principal snickered and gave her a mocking stare. “I—I can’t, sir.” Mr. Seson cleared his throat before he calmly replied. “It’s important.” “But—” “Mr. Reyes,” the principal insisted. “Stay.” “I can do
16 A NEWLY FOUND FRIENDSHIP ∞≠∞ Seffy was looking at a curly-haired girl entering the school canteen. She sensed the girl’s agitation as she forced herself inside the premises. “Such a freak,” Steffy said. “She’s too pretty to be a freak.” Waving her hand, the girl immediately saw her and started walking in her direction. “I’m sorry, I—I didn’t know the arrangements of the tables here. It’s my first time coming here.” Smiling, Steffy gestured her to take a seat. Marie heaved a sigh as she nervously faced Steffy on the table. “It’s okay. We all have our first times. So, let’s grab some food now, shall we?” Steffy grabbed Marie’s hand as they took their lines. “I—I don’t think it’s nice to get this line, Steffy. Someone might get angry.” Amused by Marie’s nervous reactions, she shushed her by shoving her to the counter. “Hey, Arturo!” Steffy greeted the man with th
17 ACQUAINTANCE PARTY ∞≠∞ Without any second thoughts, Marie turned on her heels and hastily walked back toward the stage. ‘I’m not going in there. I’m not going…’ “Hey! Stop,” the guy said in a loud voice as he quickened his steps to catch up with her. “Leave me alone!” she replied nervously. She hastily ran as she felt the abrupt drumming of her heart. There was only one person who could help her. Steffy. Marie could feel her legs wobbling as she climbed the stairs. ‘I’m not going to be his sex toy again. Never again.’ “Marie!” She then felt his hand on her right arm and her heart winced in pain. Shivering, she blew several deep breaths as she continued to run away from him. But she was even more terrified when the guy caught up with her. A different sensation on her skin sparked up her veins the moment he touched her. She tried to break free an